Features & Capabilities

Oblique Strategies SE is a premium, distraction-free environment for Brian Eno and Peter Schmidt's iconic deck. This digital edition preserves the original's minimalist spirit while delivering a browser-friendly, ad-free experience with no data tracking.

Features include 100+ cards, a clean interface, daily prompts for inspiration, accessible controls, and a privacy-first design. Ideal for artists, writers, designers, and brainstormers seeking fresh perspectives.

User Growth & Download Statistics

By:
Nicolae Gherasim
Rating:
4.80
(537)
1 new ratings
Version:
10.9 Last updated: 2026-06-22
Version code:
887271208
Creation date:
2016-05-16
Compatible devices:
Size:
4.79MB
Price:
3.99
URLs:
Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:
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Source:
Apple Apps Store
Data ingested on:
2026-07-01
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Developed by:
Nicolae Gherasim
Apple Apps Store
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/oblique-strategies-se/id1104927011
Website:
https://mindeon.com/oblique-strategies/

User Reviews

Users praise Oblique Strategies SE for its clean, minimalist UI and a useful widget. They value the expanded card deck with multiple editions and recent updates, which supports varied creative workflows. However, recurring complaints center on the widget: it often doesn't auto-update, doesn't stay in sync with the app, and lacks dynamic shuffling. Another common gripe is the lack of user customization — no option to add custom cards or decks (and missing blank card). Overall, the app is praised for creativity stimulation and design, but improved widget reliability and user-generated content are frequent requests.
Pros
  • Clean, minimalist UI.
  • Helpful home screen widget that complements the app.
  • Rich, updated card deck with multiple editions and new cards.
  • Strong creative usefulness; widely regarded as a great tool for breaking creative blocks.
Cons
  • Widget often fails to auto-update; requires manual refresh or reopening.
  • Widget and in-app card do not stay in sync; changes in one are not reflected in the other.
  • No support for user-created cards or custom decks (missing blank card).
Recent reviews
Does this update include the newest cards? I know the blurb says it’s been updated. The fediverse bot seems to have a lot more cards I’ve never seen in the iOS app. Still the best logjam breaker that seems to be tilted towards musicians. Dunno if the knockoffs can say the same.
by sm*****, 2026-04-05

Any card you see will cause you to have a new perspective on whatever difficulty you perceive.
by Dr*****, 2026-02-23

It's Oblique Strategies for the iPhone
by Fl*****, 2025-12-28
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